2005 Mazda B3000 vs. 2006 Saab 9-7X
To start off, 2006 Saab 9-7X is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda B3000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda B3000 would be higher. At 4,195 cc, 2006 Saab 9-7X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saab 9-7X (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2005 Mazda B3000. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saab 9-7X should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda B3000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 27 kg more than 2006 Saab 9-7X.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Saab 9-7X (376 Nm) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda B3000. (240 Nm). This means 2006 Saab 9-7X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda B3000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda B3000 | 2006 Saab 9-7X | |
| Make | Mazda | Saab |
| Model | B3000 | 9-7X |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 4195 cc |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 101.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1552 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 83 L |
